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The Stripe HOG SH8000 w / HOG Tusk is HOG’ s flagship truck for pavement maintenance. are key to keeping HOG equipment at peak performance, which is why the company created HOG Tech University( HTU). This comprehensive training platform, offered online and in person, licenses and certifies operators to run HOG equipment safely and effectively. HTU also provides detailed maintenance videos created by the engineers who designed the machines. These resources help crews troubleshoot common issues and perform routine care. If a problem can’ t be solved through HTU, HOG’ s technical support team is available 24 / 7 / 365, ensuring customers receive expert help whenever they need it.
Maximizing Productivity
HOG Technologies doesn’ t just build powerful machines. It also innovates options and accessories that enhance efficiency. By giving operators the ability to do more in less time, these innovations directly improve productivity and profitability.
The HOG Tusk: Three Functions in One A standout example of HOG’ s innovation is the HOG Tusk attachment for the Stripe HOG. This single head combines the power of PCD grinding teeth with the precision of ultra-high-pressure water jet nozzles. Operators can run the PCD teeth alone for grinding
and grooving, use the water jets alone for standard water blasting or deploy both simultaneously. Using both technologies together allows thick pavement markings to be removed at nearly twice the speed of traditional water-blasting, while using half the water. The PCD teeth strip away the marking’ s top layers down to the surface, and the water jets then remove the remainder from the pavement’ s micro- and macrotexture. The result: a completely removed marking with no damage to the underlying surface.
Double and Triple Spray Bars for Wider Coverage HOG Technologies also offers double and triple spray bars for the Stripe HOG. These heads place two or three spray bars under a single shroud, creating a wider blasting path with zero overlap. They’ re ideal for removing double-line markings, retexturing pavement or tackling heavy-duty runway rubber removal at airports. The same technology can even be used to remove tire marks and other contaminants from roads and highways, helping restore friction and improve safety.
Advanced Features for the Grinder HOG The Grinder HOG includes several features designed to boost productivity and reliability. Its patented vacuum system allows for best-in-class recovery while its sonic vibration technology keeps filters clean for maximum productivity, creating a near-dustless environment that meets OSHA standards. This system also prolongs filter life, and newly designed urethane wear items reduce overall maintenance costs. Additionally, the Grinder HOG uses smart cylinders for precision depth control. These are managed through a programmable logic controller( PLC) within the cab, which also features a Master / Follower function. This allows the operator to run each head independently or all heads simultaneously while maintaining exact lane widths and accurate depth control as well as staying on layout; a significant time saver on large projects.
Built by Contractors, for Contractors
With more than 35 years of experience, HOG Technologies understands the challenges contractors face because the company was founded by one. That perspective drives its ongoing innovation and commitment to customer success. By combining safety, reliability and productivity in every piece of equipment, HOG Technologies is reshaping how pavement maintenance is performed around the world.
To learn more about HOG Technologies and its full line of products, visit www. TheHog. com or call 772-214-1714.
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